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June 2019 Volume 44 Number 6
DBA WE LEAD at Vistra Energy
The cast and crew will perform Bar None XXXIV – Lawquaman on June 12-15 at the Greer Garson Theatre on the SMU Campus.
Bar None XXXIV Presents Lawquaman Thank you to Vistra Energy for hosting the April 17 DBA WE LEAD session. A special thank you to the panelists of the “Lessons from Vistra’s C-Suite” discussion (left to right): Carrie Kirby, EVP & Chief Administrative Officer; WE LEAD Program Director Ophelia Camiña; Sara Graziano, SVP of Corporate Development; Stephanie Moore, EVP & General Counsel; and Dan Kelly, VP & Assistant GC, for sharing their time, experiences, and tips for success.
Maria Martinez Retires from Belo STAFF REPORT
350,400 hours. 14,600 days. 40 years. That is how long Maria Martinez has been a staple of the Belo Mansion. Mama Maria has attended to DBA members, staff, and the public and treated them like her own family. On June 28, she will retire from the Belo and begin a new chapter in her life. “Over the past 20-plus years I have come to know and love Maria like family. It is hard to imagine the Belo without her there to greet me with a hug,” said DBA President Laura Benitez Geisler. “Her loyalty to the DBA for the past 40 years speaks volumes. While she will be sorely missed, I am delighted to think of her enjoying retirement after a lifetime of hard work in service to others.” Others heartily agree. When asked to describe Maria, response was instantaneous and sentiments included: caring, compassionate, happy, active, tireless worker, wise, and honest, treats you like one of her own. These are just a few of the many words that define Maria. During her 40 years at Belo she not only took care of us, she also raised four sons and welcomed seven grandchildren—four grandsons and three granddaughters. She was the matriarch of her own family, while taking care of, and becoming part of ours. “I am most grateful for the memorable experiences and, most importantly, the great people and friendships I made throughout my 40 years
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at Belo Mansion,” said Maria. But it is the countless past presidents, members, and staff who are most grateful! As one DBA staff person stated: “She makes the Belo feel like home when she welcomes you with her bright smile, warm embrace, and genuine interest in what’s new in your world. She will be missed!” Yes she will. Maria—we wish you the best and hope you enjoy your next adventure! HN
Inside 6 How Immigration Bonds Work 12 Pro Bono Golf Tournament 15 Knock, Knock. It’s ICE. Are Your Forms I-9 in Order? 19 Taxation of Residents Working Abroad
BY MICHELLE M. ALDEN
Join the cast and crew of Bar None June 12-15 as they present Bar None XXXIV – Lawquaman. This is the 34th year for the Bar None variety show and it promises to be the best show yet. Watch Dallas area lawyers and judges sing, dance, and make you laugh so hard your sides hurt. As much as the cast and crew love performing and making people laugh, their real motivation is to support the Sarah T. Hughes Diversity Scholarship program. The scholarship program was established in honor of U.S. District Judge Sarah T. Hughes, a former trustee of the Dallas Bar Foundation, who devoted herself to improving the rights of women and minorities. The Hughes Scholarship provides tuition and fees for deserving minority students each year. Students at SMU Dedman School of Law, UNT Dallas College of Law, and Texas A&M School of Law are eligible to apply for the scholarship. The Dallas Bar Foundation takes its responsibility for finding deserving recipients seriously. If you have ever met a Hughes Scholar, you know how impres-
sive these students are. Support them by coming to Bar None. Thousands of volunteer hours go into putting on such a large production each year. The hours come from lawyers all over the metroplex including 34-year veteran Director Martha Hardwick Hofmeister and Producer Tom Mighell, as well as the choreographers, script writers, committee members, actors, and numerous behind-the-scenes staff. All of these Bar Noners share a passion for making a difference in the lives of the Scholars, our legal community and, for a few hours, the audience members. Show your support for the Dallas legal community and the Hughes Scholars by heading to the Greer Garson Theatre on the SMU Campus June 12-15. To purchase tickets, visit www.barnoneshow.com, or contact Elizabeth Philipp at (214) 220-7487 or ephilipp@dallasbar. org for sponsorship and ticket information. HN Michelle Alden is the Director of the Dallas Volunteer Attorney Program and a Member of the Marketing Committee of the Bar None Production Company. She can be reached at aldenm@ lanwt.org.